We've always heard about the “Evil White Man” whenever the word “Colonization” is mentioned. However, not much has been discussed about the Japanese Occupation in Malaya. It would seem strange that…

A REPUBLIC OF VIRTUEAzly Rahmanhttp://azlyrahman-illuminations.blogspot.com/2009/11/malay-view-of-biro-tata-negara-and.html   The Malays of the 'rice belt' states have traditionally been believers of…

 If Najib is a responsible Prime Minister, he should have felt duty bound under his oath of allegiance to the country to clear his name through a proper inquiry by an independent and reputable panel,…

Lately, we heard of so many disgruntles about Pakatan Rakyat -- ranging from frogs issues, open bickering, unity government, incompetency, internal component’s party conflicts, stupid politicians,…

I wonder what “Kebijaksanaan” the Dr is talking about, apart from Tunku Abdul Rahman (the only name he mentioned, or capable of mentioning) sharing the country with the British’s imported labourers.By…

By Dr. HSUThe most important asset of a country is not its natural resources, but rather human resources. This is especially true in a knowledge based economy, which of course will be the trend in…

Utusan today urged the government not to “bow down” to the opposition on BTN and said that Nazri wanted the programme to be revamped even though the move was decided by the Cabinet. By Asrul Hadi…

No, it is not the Malays who give Umno power. It is the Chinese, Indians and natives of Sabah and Sarawak. So, if you are in the mood to whack someone, don’t whack the Malays. Whack the Chinese,…

Lim Kit SiangWhen asked about the Biro Tata Negara (BTN) controversy after the National Land Council meeting in Putrajaya on Friday, Deputy Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin said the Deputy…

(Bernama) - There is no need to revamp National Civics Bureau (BTN) training modules as in the current form, they were fine for instilling the patriotic spirit among Malaysians, said Tun Dr Mahathir…

In a feature article published on Malaysia’s leading internet newspaper Malaysiakini as part of its 10th anniversary celebration, Singapore veteran journalist Cherian George lamented that Singapore’s…

By Eileen Ng, NSTThe MCA annual general meeting was postponed because of threats by thugs, claimed several party insiders and leaders.

By Asrul Hadi Abdullah Sani, The Malaysian Insider PAS spiritual leader Datuk Seri Nik Abdul Aziz Nik Mat opened fire at Umno last night, claiming his political rivals are desperate to dislodge him…

(The Star) - The Cabinet has agreed to declassify the Bukit Antarabangsa landslide report following an application by the Ampang Jaya Municipal Council (MPAJ).

As much as PAS might argue that an Islamic system does not mean that Malaysia would transform into a theological state, the people will not buy this. They are still suspicious that an Islamic system…

By Sim Kwang Yang MALAYSIANS’ addiction to the question of race is evident in the current controversy over the idea of a Bangsa Malaysia.

This statement may be shocking. Generally speaking, people are indifferent when leaders speak of Islamic this and that. They have formed their own 'rational expectations'. They have already…

(Bernama) - Sebuah pertubuhan bukan kerajaan (NGO) di sini hari ini kesal dengan tindakan Ahli Parlimen Ipoh Barat, M Kulasegaran yang mempersolkan isu ketuanan Melayu dalam persidangan Dewan Rakyat…

Confidently, he walked into the hall at his own pace without the rhythmic beat of kompangs that befits the status and stature of the Menteri Besar of Perak. No ordinary man, he exuded a calmness and…

I later decided to return to my country. Many have asked me why I wanted to come back to Malaysia, which is filthy, messy, hard to make a good living, and plagued with partial government policies.By…

(The Star) - Malaysia Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) deputy chief commissioner Datuk Abu Kassim Mohammed has vowed to boost the credibility of the organisation when he takes over the top post from…

 

The view expressed by Prof Emeritus Dr Khoo Kay Kim that Chinese schools have been good only in producing copycats is certainly not without merit or truth. By Thomas Lee

(The Star) - A 4% GST is still too much for many Malaysians in view of the small monthly salary we get for doing the same work compared to people working in Singapore.

By Syed Jaymal Zahiid, The Malaysian Insider Datuk Seri Najib Razak has frostily ignored P. Balasubramaniam’s claims that the prime minister’s architect brother was allegedly involved in the private…

From the rakyat’s point of view however, one wonders whether this is yet another manifestation of crony capitalism running smack into the face of the 1Malaysia concept. By Jan L Yong, Malaysian Mirror…

(The Straits Times) - The red carpet has been rolled out for wealthy foreigners to make Malaysia their second home, but fewer people seem to be making a beeline for it.

“Chin Peng won’t be forgiven for waging war against Malaya and then Malaysia. As of now, there is no forgiveness for you (tiada maaf bagimu).” So steadfast was his conviction that no one would ever…

Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad, MP for Kuala Selangor“Malaysia is trapped in a low-value-added, low wage and low productivity structure. While Singapore and Korea’s nominal per capita GDP grew within the last…